Nigeria Police Council Ratifies Tunji Disu as Inspector-General of Police

March 02, 2026

The Nigeria Police Council has confirmed Olatunji Disu (Tunji Disu) as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP), following his earlier appointment as acting IGP by President Tinubu. Disu is set to be sworn in on Wednesday and is seen as a symbol of hope amid calls to prioritize merit over ethnicity.

This confirmation on March 2, 2026, builds on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's February 24 appointment of Assistant Inspector-General Tunji Disu as acting IGP, marking a key step in the Nigeria Police Force's leadership transition under its rotational tradition.

Reports from Daily Trust and ThisDayLive highlight Disu—a former judo champion—as a beacon of hope for reform. Coverage emphasizes overcoming ethnic divisions in the selection process and the challenges ahead for the new IGP, with no reported contradictions across sources.

While specific policy plans remain undisclosed, the ratification solidifies the path for Disu's full tenure, continuing efforts to strengthen the force.

What people are saying

Reactions on X to the Nigeria Police Council's ratification of Tunji Disu as Inspector-General of Police are predominantly positive, with congratulations, praise for his reputation as a 'super cop,' and hopes for reforms prioritizing merit over ethnicity. Users expect improved discipline and intelligence-driven policing. A few express mild skepticism regarding the process.

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡: 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘂 𝗮𝘀 𝗜𝗚
The Nigeria Police Council has officially confirmed Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police following Kayode Egbetokun's resignation.... pic.twitter.com/Cq5Kp50Yyc

— UNCLE DEJI™️ (@DejiAdesogan) 2026년 3월 2일

The National Police Council has officially confirmed Tunji Disu as the substantive Inspector General of Police.

Congratulations once again, TD, on your well deserved and well earned confirmation as the 23rd indigenous IGP of Nigeria. This is not just an appointment. It is a… pic.twitter.com/J7gk42Xk0H

— Prof. Mgbeke (@ProfMgbeke) 2026년 3월 2일

Congrats to the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police, Federal Republic of Nigeria, IGP Tunji Disu, on his confirmation as the substantive IGP by the Police Council, today, Monday 2nd March, 2026.

Ise Oluwa ni!!!
Ire oo. @BenHundeyin @PoliceNG pic.twitter.com/I5K7D3W1fZ

— Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi (@Princemoye1) 2026년 3월 2일

🚨 CONFIRMED: Tunji Disu is officially Nigeria’s 23rd IGP! 🦅🇳🇬

The Nigeria Police Council has just ratified the appointment of @TunjiDisu1 as the substantive Inspector-General of Police.

From the "Super Cop" of the RRS and VCID to the helm of the entire Force—the Disu era has… pic.twitter.com/JapE9ekQkE

— Taiwo Adeniyi (@Tosquo) 2026년 3월 2일

"Police council confirms Tunji Disu as IGP." as if they can go against it

— Favourlee 🐐 (@favourlee_001) 2026년 3월 2일

Sources

• https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/03/03/tunji-disu-a-symbol-of-hope/
• https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/03/03/igp-disu-and-the-challenges-ahead/
• https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/03/03/new-igp-beyond-ethnicity/
• https://dailytrust.com/police-council-confirms-disu-as-ig-to-be-sworn-in-wednesday/